Triton’s Affordable LSA

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Key Takeaways:

  • Triton AeroMarine's Chinese-built SkyTrek Light Sport Aircraft is nearing FAA approval.
  • The company aims for the SkyTrek to be an affordable training and personal aircraft in the U.S. and to foster general aviation growth in China.
  • The aircraft features a patented nosewheel assembly and an exceptionally strong composite airframe rated for 7.5 Gs.
  • Triton AeroMarine plans to establish U.S. dealerships focused on providing robust product support.
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Triton AeroMarine is on the brink of getting FAA approval for its Chinese-built SkyTrek light sport airplane. The company’s president and chief engineer, Thomas Hsueh, hopes the aircraft will not only help GA grow in China, but become an affordable training and personal aircraft in the U.S. He told AVweb at AirVenture 2016 that he’ll want U.S. dealers who will offer strong product support for the SkyTrek, which features a patented nosewheel assembly and an extra-strong composite airframe that can withstand 7.5 Gs.

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